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WOMEN’S RUGBY WORLD CUP FINAL: With the help of head coach Simon Middleton and several members of the beaten squad, Harry Latham-Coyle chronicles how England’s World Cup dream came crashing down - and how defeat may help them in this year’s tournament decider against Canada

The ruck contributions of Hannah Botterman and Meg Jones proved key in the semi-final – and slowing Canada’s scintillating attack will be vital next week

England or France await in the final.

New Zealand 19-34 Canada: The six-time world champions were stunned in Bristol as Canada set up a tilt at glory

New Zealand 19-34 Canada: The reigning champions are out after Canada scored five tries in a brilliant display

Canucks have gone under the radar at Women’s Rugby World Cup but underdogs can upset the champions

After recording their first win over the Black Ferns last year, Canada have understandable belief that they can end the world champions’ reign

Jorja Miller has been ruled out of New Zealand’s semi-final against Canada on Friday in a huge blow to the Black Ferns’ hopes of defending their crown

The Black Ferns look to be peaking at the ideal time and once again pose the biggest threat to the Red Roses’ hopes of lifting the World Cup